What the drivers think of F1 2014

We've given you our initial thoughts, and you probably have a few views of your own after seeing the cars, but what are the new breed of Formula 1 machines actually like to drive? KEVIN TURNER assesses what those at Jerez had to say

Kevin Turner is the editor of Autosport magazine, having previously been the editor of sister publication Motorsport News. He joined the magazine in 2006 after writing club race reports as a freelancer while studying history at the University of York. He has also covered international events for both the magazine and the website, including the Le Mans 24 Hours. Kevin covered the British Touring Car Championship from 2011 to '14 and has a keen interest in the historic racing scene. He lives in Fleet with his wife and two children.

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